v2026.9.14 v2.0.0

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sipeed/picoclawSep 14, 2026 → Sep 18, 20264 days between releases

What's New

Major version 2.0.0 adds local generation, sunset mode, and UI changes.

Breaking Changes

  • Sunset mode deprecates hosted services
  • License system migrated to Keygen
  • API keys moved to keychain storage
  • Major version bump implies breaking changes

New Features

  • Local image generation via stable-diffusion.cpp
  • Auto-update and stable release channel
  • Keychain-backed API keys and egress consent
  • Keygen-backed offline licenses
  • Revamped homepage and studio UI

Improvements

  • Polished studio pipelines and SQLite locking fix
  • UI polish including artifact filtering and sidebar
  • Skills consolidated into .agents/skills
  • Desktop release setup and dry run improvements
  • Move update prompt to title bar button

Bug Fixes

  • Fixed SQLite WAL race condition with sidecars
  • Fixed generation errors classification inline
  • Fixed desktop release pnpm setup

Upgrade Notes

Review the sunset mode configuration as hosted services may be deprecated. Migrate license keys to the new Keygen system and API keys to the keychain. Expect significant UI changes in the studio and homepage that may require workflow adjustments.

The Two Releases

v2026.9.14

Hermes Agent v0.21.3 (v2026.9.14)

Sep 14, 2026· 1 month ago

A patch release focused on fixing remote dashboard session expiration issues and state.db writer handle leaks to ensure stable operation for Cloud agents and Desktop users.

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v2.0.0

SurfSense 2.0.0

Sep 18, 2026· 1 month ago

A major version release introducing local model generation, a sunset mode for hosted services, and extensive UI/UX improvements for the desktop application.

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